Ruth

     Even in the times of the judges we can see God's theme of redemption weaving through the Scripture. May we never forget that the Bible in it's entirety is a story of redemption. Mankind was created by God and declared good. Man fell into sin, and became hopelessly lost. Then God willingly gave His Son, Jesus Christ, who voluntarily died for the payment of our sin. He redeemed us by his sacrificial death and resurrection!

     The best stories known to man are stories of redemption. There's something deep within us that resounds with redemption. When we think about Boaz redeeming Ruth and Naomi let's think about Christ's redemptive work. Above all else that's what it points to. When we watch movies, read books, and hear stories let's look for redemptive themes. You will be surprised how often they are there. Every time we come across redemption let's think of the ultimate redemption we can all have in Christ!